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The Software Library: MS-DOS

MS-DOS (/ˌɛmɛsˈdɒs/ em-es-doss; short for Microsoft Disk Operating System) is an operating system for x86-based personal computers mostly developed by Microsoft. It was the most commonly used member of the DOS family of operating systems, and was the main operating system for IBM PC compatible personal computers during the 1980s to the mid-1990s.



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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Mar 3, 2051
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Platforms DOS, PC-98 Developed by Bruce Artwick Organization Ltd., The Published by Microsoft Corporation Released 1993 Genre Simulation Vehicular Flight / Aviation Description The fifth take on the Flight Simulator series. This version added SVGA graphics, textures in certain areas, sound card support, and two new flight areas, Paris and Munich. This was the final DOS-only release. From Mobygames.com. Original Entry
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Feb 10, 2021
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Developed by subLOGIC Platform PC Booter Published by Microsoft Released 1982 Genre Simulation Gameplay Vehicle Simulator Perspective 1st-person Vehicular Flight / Aviation Description Even back in 1982, Microsoft's first release of Flight Simulator was advanced enough to meet FAA regulations, giving players full control of the instrument panel. The sim is loaded with features, configurable for any experience level, and includes more than 20 airports with varied terrain. From Mobygames.com....
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Software Library: ZZT
Sep 5, 2020 Brad Detchevery
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This is a digital re-construction of my Laser 386SX machine from the years 1992-1998.
Topics: retro, 386, laser, PC, PC Cline
Software Library: ZZT
Jun 29, 2020 Lua.org, PUC-Rio
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This is an online demo of Lua 5.4.0, compiled from the source code available here . This demo was compiled for MS-DOS on the Intel 80486 processor. Lua will automatically start in interactive mode, but the luac utility is also included. The DOSBox emulator mounts the environment to drive C:. Copyright (c) 1994-2020 Lua.org, PUC-Rio. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal...
Topics: programming, lua, lua 5, lua 5.4, lua 5.4.0, ms-dos, 80486, i486, intel 80486, intel 486,...
The Software Library: MS-DOS
Jun 16, 2020 Leonardo Ono (ono.leo80@gmail.com)
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DOS VGA RotorZoom Demo Assembly 8086
Topics: DOS, VGA, RotorZoom, Demo, Assembly 8086, Demo, Demoscene
Software Library: ZZT
Apr 17, 2019 bitbot
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Ball Buster is a 64k intro using the ZZT engine that runs on MS-DOS PC or DOSBox and was released in 2019 by Nanoco. It is based on the popular arcade games Breakout and Arkanoid. The total world and executable size is 65,536 bytes.
Topics: ZZT games, Breakout, 64K intro
Software Library: MS-DOS Applications and Programs
Mar 17, 2019 MikeOS Developers
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From http://mikeos.sourceforge.net/: MikeOS is an operating system for x86 PCs, written in assembly language. It is a learning tool to show how simple 16-bit, real-mode OSes work, with well-commented code and extensive documentation. Features: A text-mode dialog and menu-driven interface Boots from a floppy disk, CD-ROM or USB key Over 60 system calls for use by third-party programs File manager, text editor, image viewer, games... Includes a BASIC interpreter with 46 instructions PC speaker...
Topics: mikeos, x86, operating system, operating systems, games, programming, real mode, intel, 80x86
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2019
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2019 Thomas Perl
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From the information page at  https://thp.io/2018/loonies8192/ A simple puzzle game. Initially it fit into just 8 KiB, then grew to 16 KiB and then 23 KiB, now it's a 25 KiB file for DOS, the 3DS version is 242 KiB and the PSP version is 640 KiB (due to homebrew packing in lots of standard library files; the size could be optimized, but I decided not to). How to play: There are 2x2-blocks falling down the top, with two different colors. Use LEFT/RIGHT/DOWN to move the block and use UP to...
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Dec 10, 2018 Damian Lacombe, The Phoenix Order Publication inc.
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This is a preview for The Troll's Tale - Trollesis, which is on MS-DOS compatible PCs and Windows compatible. This preview contains about 25 chapters, a title screen pic to show at the beginning before it begins (through the .bat file, it is also available to see through the menu), and a poster picture that i have create, so you can look at as well. It also includes Pyro II - a DOS game that will be featured on Chapter 29 in the full release (which will also be released for free as well). This...
Topics: ms-dos book, trolls, story
Software Library: ZZT
Nov 27, 2018 bitbot
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Keyboard is a 64K intro using the ZZT engine that runs on MS-DOS PC or DOSBox and was released in 2018 by Nanoco. Keyboard features all 72 keys, 9 drum pads, visualization, level meter and a sample playlist that supports up to 64K of music in a single board! The total world and executable size is 65,536 bytes.
Topics: ZZT games, keyboard, 64K intro
Software Library: ZZT
Jul 18, 2018 bitbot
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Overlap is a 64K intro for ZZT that runs on MS-DOS PC or DOSBox and was released in 2018 by Nanoco. Overlap is based on classic arcade racing games like Night Driver, Pole Position, Out Run and Rad Racer. The total world and executable size is 65,536 bytes.
Topics: ZZT games, Racing, 64K intro
Software Library: ZZT
Jul 13, 2018 Rabbitboots
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A 2018 ZZT adventure game.
Topic: zzt
Software Library: MS-DOS Applications and Programs
Jun 26, 2018 Lua.org, PUC-Rio
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This is an online demo of Lua 5.3.5, compiled from the source code available here . This demo was compiled for MS-DOS on the Intel 80486 processor. Lua will automatically start in interactive mode, but the luac utility is also included. The DOSBox emulator mounts the environment to drive C:. Copyright (c) 1994-2017 Lua.org, PUC-Rio. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to...
Topics: programming, lua, lua 5, lua 5.3, lua 5.3.5, ms-dos, 80486, i486, intel 80486, intel 486,...
Software Library: ZZT
Apr 28, 2018 Rabbitboots
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Conversion of the Bitsy game Maze Minders to ZZT.
Topics: ZZT, Maze, Conversion
Software Library: ZZT
Mar 28, 2018 Dr. Dos
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Window Fragments: A short ZZT game about exploring old computers By Dr. Dos, created at 32,767 feet while flying from Minnesota to Washington in about 2 hours. There's not much to it, and the writing is all very stream of consciousness.
Topics: zzt, ms-dos, games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2018
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Official Site MagiDuck Platform DOS Released Apr 07, 2018 Gameplay Platform Perspective Side view Genre Action Setting Fantasy Interface Direct Control Visual 2D scrolling Description MagiDuck is a 2D scrolling platform game for the original IBM PC with a CGA card. It uses a tweaked 40x25 text mode to achieve a graphical resolution of 80x50 with 16 colours. The protagonist is a little duck who tries to find out who attacked her family castle, while her family is away. She can jump and shoot...
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Dec 25, 2017 Foone Turing
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A DOS-based animated Christmas Card for 2017. WARNING: Sound starts after about 5 seconds, it's loud. PC Speaker has no volume control!  Source is available on GitHub: https://github.com/foone/xmas2017
Topics: christmas, dos
Software Library: ZZT
Jun 12, 2017 John Thyer
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A ZZT videogame by John Thyer. You can play my other games at farawaytimes.com .
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Topic: ZZT games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2017
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Platform DOS Released Oct 01, 2017 Genre Action Gameplay Arcade, Hack and Slash, Platform Perspective Side view Visual Fixed / Flip-screen Setting Fantasy Description This medievally-themed platformer offers precious little in terms of a plot, but the premise is straightforward enough: a well-meaning (but apparently silly) knight finds himself lost in the bowels of a labyrinthine castle. From there he must find his way to the throne room, where he seeks to park his gallant posterior. Equipped...
Software Library: ZZT
Aug 28, 2016 bitbot
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Game created using the Super ZZT engine.
Topic: ZZT games
Software Library: ZZT
Aug 24, 2016 bitbot
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ZZTV is a community project started by Dark FLR in 1998. ZZTers can create and contribute channels, which are small ZZT worlds that can contain any kind of content the author wishes: previews of upcoming games, artwork, minigames, stories, etc... These channels are traditionally given names that begin with the "#" symbol (e.g., "#bakedcheese"). All of the channels are sent to the person in charge of ZZTV; the project leader is then responsible for compiling the contributions...
Topic: ZZT diskmags
The Software Library: MS-DOS
Jan 15, 2016 John Romero
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https://twitter.com/romero/status/688054778790834176 https://www.facebook.com/theromero/posts/10153906647076289 https://www.dropbox.com/s/2x2ee3r51986dkt/e1m8b.zip?dl=0 "It's been 21 years since I made a DOOM level. Here's my version of E1M8 using DOOM1.WAD. I limited myself to only the shareware assets." From the infofile included with the .WAD: Advanced engine needed: Limit-removing source ports Primary purpose: Single Player, Co-op, Deathmatch Title: Tech Gone Bad Filename:...
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Topics: DOOM, first-person shooter, add-on level
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2016
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2016
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2016
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Official Site Sorry Ass Platforms DOS, PC Booter Released Aug 17, 2016 Genre Action, Racing / Driving Gameplay Arcade Perspective Top-down Visual 2D scrolling Vehicular Automobile Description Written as a tribute for the 35th anniversary of the IBM PC (and DOS), this is a tiny reworking of Bill Gates ' only direct personal contribution to video game history - the BASIC demonstration Donkey from the very first versions of PC-DOS/MS-DOS. The game runs entirely off the 512-byte boot sector of a...
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2016
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2016
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Platform DOS Released Sep 15, 2016 Genre Puzzle Pacing Turn-based Perspective Top-down Interface Direct Control Visual Fixed / Flip-screen Description 2048x2048 is an implementation of that omnipresent puzzle game 2048 , squashed down to 2048 bits -- that is, 256 bytes of executable code. Being an exercise in sizecoding it is written in assembly language, and the source is included with the game. As with Gabriele Cirulli 's original, this is a sliding-block puzzle played on a 4x4 grid, with...
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2016
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Platform DOS Released Dec 23, 2016 Genre Action Gameplay Arcade Perspective Top-down Visual Fixed / Flip-screen Description H-Tron is a traditional light-cycle game written in Turbo C, and aimed at IBM PCs and clones with monochrome (Hercules-compatible) graphics. Each of the two contestants can be controlled by either a human or the computer - a machine-vs.-machine demo mode is available too. As always, the formula involves two TRON-style light-cycles that leave deadly trails in their wake,...
Software Library: ZZT
Oct 26, 2015 bitbot
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Game created using the ZZT engine.
Topics: ZZT games, Adventure, RPG
The Malware Museum
May 5, 2015 Daniel White
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A quick presentation on Virus History by Daniel White at Project Cyber Virus, held on May 5th, 2015 at Swissnex San Francisco. In 2004, Daniel White’s computer was infected with the Sasser worm, a fast-spreading autonomous worm that made millions of computers around the world reboot continuously. Fascinated by the concept of malware, he spent the following years learning everything he could about the subject, from general malware news to specific details of every virus, becoming a self-taught...
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Topics: Virus, History, Malware
Software Library: ZZT
Feb 17, 2015 Commodore
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Game created using the ZZT engine. Readme file: KNIGHST.TXT
Topics: ZZT games, Action, Adventure
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2015
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Software Library: ZZT
Nov 9, 2014 Jorge Nuñez
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Game created using the ZZT engine. Readme file: ATLANTIS.txt
Topic: ZZT games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Oct 1, 2014 Shane Cloud
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Topic: SCI games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Jul 20, 2014 Dattorz
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Game-Maker Archive wiki page: http://www.aderack.com/game-maker/index.php?title=Blipp_in:_Power_Panic!
Topic: RSD Game-Maker Games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Jul 19, 2014 Rylie James Thomas
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Game-Maker Archive wiki page: http://www.aderack.com/game-maker/index.php?title=Terror_Tower
Topic: RSD Game-Maker Games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Jul 19, 2014 EJR Tairne
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Game-Maker Archive wiki page: http://www.aderack.com/game-maker/index.php?title=PersiaTron
Topic: RSD Game-Maker Games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Jul 19, 2014 James Hofmann
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Game-Maker Archive wiki page: http://www.aderack.com/game-maker/index.php?title=Teatime_Game
Topic: RSD Game-Maker Games
Software Library: ZZT
Feb 4, 2014 Commodore
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Game created using the ZZT engine. Readme file: PLATON2.TXT
Topics: ZZT games, Trippy
Software Library: ZZT
Jan 7, 2014 CatouttaHell
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Game created using the ZZT engine. Readme file: santa's lil helper.txt
Topics: ZZT games, Comedy
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2014
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2014
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Official Site Sudoku86 Platform DOS Released Jun 26, 2014 Genre Puzzle Perspective Text-based / Spreadsheet, Top-down Description Sudoku86 is a computer (mouse-driven) version of the well-known Sudoku games that use to be printed in magazines. Although designed in modern days, this game focuses on retro-playability. It's a 16-bit application using 320x200 graphic mode and 8086-compatible instructions. From Mobygames.com. Original Entry
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2014
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2014
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2014
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Aug 30, 2013 Mike Perrucci
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Game-Maker Archive wiki page: http://www.aderack.com/game-maker/index.php?title=Wordlock
Topic: RSD Game-Maker Games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Jul 1, 2013
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Topic: SCI games
Software Library: ZZT
Mar 28, 2013 Commodore
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Game created using the ZZT engine. Readme file: ARCH.txt
Topics: ZZT games, Action, Adventure
Software Library: MS-DOS Applications and Programs
Mar 17, 2013
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Mar 1, 2013 Gumby
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Topic: SCI games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
Feb 1, 2013 Brandon Blume
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( 1 reviews )
Topic: SCI games
Software Library: ZZT
Jan 24, 2013 Commodore
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Game created using the ZZT engine. Readme file: PlatoCav.txt
Topics: ZZT games, Trippy
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2013 Blizzard Entertainment
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Blizzard Entertainment's Prince-of-Persia-with-a-shotgun game, Blackthorne! This is the freeware 2013 re-release of the 1994 game, which has some minor updates to intro screens and removes the soundcard configuration options. This uses the official Blizzard settings for DOSBox, so it runs properly out of the box, unlike the other uploads. 
Topics: dos game, blackthorne, dos, blizzard
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2013
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2013 Shane Cloud
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Topic: SCI games
Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2013
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Software Library: MS-DOS Games
2013
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Official Site Zmiy Platform DOS Released Jul 29, 2013 Genre Action Perspective Top-down Description Zmiy is an adaptation of the classic concept of Snake games. The player has to guide a snake through a board to eat all digits, however feeding the snake makes it grow longer. To complete the level the player must eat 9 digits, each rewarded with 10 points. Hitting the wall, obstacle or own tail takes one life. One life costs 100 points. Each time the snake dies and have at least 100 points, 100...